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Teen Held Without Bail in Stabbing of 14-Year-Old Near East Boston High

A dangerousness hearing on Monday will determine whether the 14-year-old remains detained.

Overview

  • Prosecutors charged the East Boston 14-year-old with assault with intent to murder, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, and assault and battery, with a hearing set for Oct. 6 in Chelsea Juvenile Court.
  • Police say the victim was followed from school and attacked from behind on Putnam Street around 2 p.m. on Sept. 24.
  • The victim suffered stab wounds to the head, legs, and back that caused a punctured lung and received aid from students and school staff before officers applied tourniquets.
  • Investigators identified two juveniles through cellphone and surveillance footage, including videos posted online that show the assailants striking and restraining the victim.
  • Authorities cite a dispute over broken eyeglasses two years ago as the source of repeated targeting, and a second juvenile will be arraigned at a later date.